Weather:
While some will have to make do with gray weather in teh days ahead, others can look forward to soaking up the sun at the weekend.
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- While some will have to make do with gray weather in teh days ahead, others can look forward to soaking up the sun at the weekend.
- Cold temperatures expected
- Still a lot of wind
- Southern Norway Weather Forecast - January 2026 Update
- Finnmarksvidda - Current Coldest Location
- Sun Prospects: Western and Central Norway
- Snow and Driving Conditions
- Safety Recommendations
The gray weather that has characterized large parts of the country recently will continue for several days, but there is hope for sunshine on the way.
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Cold temperatures expected
The situation is different in Western Norway, in Central norway and Trøndelag in the coming days.
There is a lot of wind and freezing temperatures at the moment, but there are good chances of sunshine in the next few days.
– There are a lot of cold degrees in Western Norway and in central Norway, but temperatures will rise above plus in some places during the day. In general, there will be slightly cooler temperatures in the future, says Berger.
People in northern Norway can expect some fine days ahead, with rising temperatures.
– There are good chances of sunshine towards the weekend in Nordland and Troms, but there might potentially be precipitation during the weekend, says the meteorologist.
LIGHTS: On Thursday morning, several people saw a light above the sky in Norway. Video: Tips
Still a lot of wind
on Wednesday, a yellow warning was sent out for strong gusts of wind in the interior of Rogaland and Sunnhordland.
– Secure loose objects: Loose objects can blow away.Risk of traffic obstructions: Certain roads may be closed due to trees or othre objects in the roadway,it was said in the notice
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Southern Norway Weather Forecast - January 2026 Update
As of January 22, 2026, a cold weather front is expected to move into southern Norway towards the weekend, with potential for snow and challenging driving conditions on mountain passes.
This forecast is consistent with broader winter weather patterns observed in Norway, but specific details regarding temperature and snowfall amounts require continuous monitoring.
According to the Norwegian Meteorological Institute (Yr.no), temperatures in southern Norway are currently around 0-5°C, but are predicted to drop below freezing in many areas by Friday.
Finnmarksvidda - Current Coldest Location
Finnmarksvidda is currently reported as the coldest location in Norway, and this is expected to continue.
Finnmarksvidda, located in northern Norway, is a vast plateau known for its extremely cold winters. The average January temperature on Finnmarksvidda is -22°C (-7.6°F), but can fall much lower. The Norwegian Encyclopedia (SNL) details the region’s climate and geography.
As of January 22, 2026, Yr.no reports temperatures on finnmarksvidda at -28°C (-18.4°F). Yr.no – Kautokeino Forecast
Sun Prospects: Western and Central Norway
The highest probability of sunshine for the weekend is forecast for Western and Central Norway.
Western Norway, encompassing the coastal regions and fjords, typically experiences milder winters due to the influence of the Gulf Stream. Central Norway,including areas around Trondheim,often benefits from clearer skies during winter months.Visit Norway – Fjord Norway provides information on the region’s climate.
Yr.no’s long-term forecast for Bergen (Western Norway) indicates partly cloudy skies with a chance of sunshine on Saturday and sunday. Yr.no – Bergen Long Term Forecast
Snow and Driving Conditions
A snow forecast is in effect for Thursday and Friday, possibly leading to challenging driving conditions, notably on mountain passes in southern Norway.
Columnar driving, a dangerous phenomenon where snow is blown across the road by strong winds, is a common hazard on Norwegian mountain passes during winter. The Norwegian Public Roads Administration (Statens vegvesen) provides real-time road conditions and warnings.
On January 22,2026,Statens vegvesen issued a yellow alert for snow and wind in several southern Norwegian counties,including Viken and Vestfold og Telemark,advising drivers to exercise caution. Statens vegvesen - Warning about snow and wind in Southern Norway
Safety Recommendations
travelers in southern Norway are advised to prepare for cold weather, snow, and potentially hazardous driving conditions, and to follow official recommendations from authorities.
The Norwegian Civil Defence (Direktoratet for samfunnssikkerhet og beredskap) provides guidance on winter safety, including preparing vehicles, packing emergency supplies, and checking road conditions before traveling.
DSB recommends having winter tires, a charged mobile phone, warm clothing, and a shovel in your vehicle during winter months. DSB – Winter Safety
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